FDA Approves First Treatment for Non-Metastatic CRPCThe FDA last week approved Erleada (apalutamide) as the first treatment for non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC). This provides a new treatment...reactions1comment
Losing Taste After ChemotherapyCancer patients after they get their chemotherapy infusion usually feels pretty good until a couple of hours go by. Then the weakness...reactionscomments
Can An Old Dog Learn New Tricks?The physical and emotional toll of prostate cancer due to the possible changes in sexual health may cause men to feel a...reactionscomments
My Treatment ChoiceAs I wrote previously, there is a difference between aging and getting old. Already under treatment for coronary artery disease, and now...reactionscomments
FDA Expands Treatment Options for Metastatic Prostate CancerYesterday, the FDA approved abiraterone acetate, taken with prednisone, for metastatic high-risk castration-sensitive prostate cancer (CSPC). Abiraterone acetate is an oral tablet...reactions1comment
Yes, I Do Take GiftsChances are you know someone living with cancer. There’s an even greater chance you know someone suffering from prostate cancer. From what...reactions2comments
My Tank Is EmptyI have been a caregiver to my father for over 15 years now and have loved every minute of it. He took...reactionscomments
MRI Prostate Cancer Screening: A Replacement for the PSA?According to a recent article in the Science section of the British newspaper, “The Telegraph,” British scientists are developing an MRI test...reactions4comments
Serendipity: Finding Other ResourcesI’m happy to report that my second post-surgery PSA, four months after my procedure, showed no indication of cancer. As I have...reactionscomments
Embracing the New MeThe stage is an amazing place to be. You can see everything. Usually however my eyes are closed. The music is my...reactions3comments
Movember On My MindModern life can be all about failure, or the avoidance of it. From an early age we are urged to work hard...reactions2comments
Prostate Cancer's Effect on Partner's SexualityAfter spending a few weeks writing about Selfless Sex and focusing in on the sexual health of your partner, I still wanted...reactions4comments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device...reactionscomments
Further Exploring the Sexual Side Effects of CryosurgeryIn this video, I discuss the sexual side effect of cryosurgery. Initially, there were many sexual side effects with this type of...reactionscomments
CelebrationsAs a high school principal for nine years, I had the pleasure of handing diplomas to, and sharing handshakes and hugs with...reactionscomments
Life After Surgery: From Lemons to LemonadeAs a long-time fan of hiking and backpacking, and approaching 70, in January of 2018 I booked a trip with REI for...reactions2comments
Living with Cancer-Related FatigueNo matter the type of cancer, there are some common experiences when it comes to treatment side effects. Fatigue is one of...reactionscomments
Prostate Cancer Anxieties: Loss & ProgressionIn this series, we discuss the causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are...reactionscomments
What It’s Like to Be a Caregiver?Being a caregiver takes over your life in some ways. It has a way of impacting your money, your family, your job...reactionscomments
The Link Between African-American Men & Prostate CancerOne risk factor associated with prostate cancer is race and ethnicity. Compared to other racial and ethnic groups, African-American men are reported...reactionscomments
